Some days I feel awakened to another level of awareness about myself and the world around me, even though my head still hurts. Today, I felt strong despite the headache and dizziness. I got outside with my rucking backpack, walked Autumn in the cool(ish) morning, and chose to see the day through a lens of effort and gratitude. I considered how far I’ve come, even on days when the pain is constant and the fear of more change hangs like I’m waiting for the other shoe to drop. But I still choose to show up for my life. Nobody can do it for me. Recovery has taught me that I don’t have to be pain-free to be relatively happy in this new normal.
My instincts aren’t driven by fear anymore, and I exercise my decision maker. I’m learning to pause, challenge my “wanter”, and seek meaning beyond instant gratifications that I crave. I’m learning what to let go of, what to stand tall for, and what to keep soft and malleable. I’m allowing myself to believe in signs from the universe, a higher power, and tools that I already harness to face my challenges. I’m furnishing a home inside myself one room at a time. And every uncomfortable step I take adds something beautiful to that spiritual home.
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